100 Miles of Nowhere: Heavy Caffeination Division, by Jeremy E.
Originally there were big plans for a peleton of cyclists on trainers at Portland Head Light, but as the day loomed near, fewer and fewer people shared my deranged enthusiasm for riding a 100 miles to Nowhere. The coming monsoon was the coup de grâce. I was suddenly alone and looking at 100 miles in the pouring rain. My friend is the proprietor of a favorite coffee shop of mine, and graciously offered a spot under his roof and the promise of free caffienation. Not quite as picturesque, but certainly drier with quick access to a paninni and gelato, if needed.
The public space gave me an opportunity to while away the miles talking to people about Camp Kesem, Livestrong, TwinSix and Fatcyclist.com.
I found myself wishing I could have a small table when riding on the road. Far more convenient than stuffing everything in my jersey pockets.
Coming in for the 75-mile rest stop.
I take my division by half a wheel. Epic.
The final tally, plus cool-down.
Well that’s it from here. Thanks for the inspired lunacy!
Comment by cyclingjimbo | 06.8.2012 | 1:06 pm
Nice looking capuccino! Kudos to the Royal Bean for hosting your ride and keeping you well caffienated!
Thanks for the report. Nice pace – you and several others who have filed reports are setting a very high bar for the rest of us.
Comment by Jeremy | 06.10.2012 | 12:06 pm
I particularly like the Pretty Girls Sing Soprano on the sign in the background. After your time on the bike, will you be joining them?